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ArcheAge Begins

ArcheAge Begins was a 3D mobile hero-collector MORPG (Multiplayer online roleplaying game) set in the ArcheAge universe, positioned as a prequel that takes place 1,000 years before the PC MMORPG. Rather than aiming for a full sandbox on phones, it focused on party-based combat and a chapter-driven journey centered on the first expedition searching for the Garden.

Publisher: GAMEVIL
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: October 25, 2017
Shut Down: August 9, 2018
Pros: +Responsive, polished combat flow. +Deep hero building via talents, runes, and equipment. +Strong visuals and presentation for mobile.
Cons: -Relies heavily on auto-battle. -Energy (stamina) limits play sessions.

Killbot

Killbot is a third person shooter built around holding your ground against constant undead swarms across a shifting day and night cycle. Each match is about managing space, staying supplied, and turning your kill count into cash that can be reinvested into stronger weapons and tools from a surprisingly broad armory.

Publisher: Diman Production
Type: Third Person Shooter
Release Date: July 10, 2016
Abandoned: November 02, 2016
Pros: +Supports 12-player PvP. +Includes quests and daily login rewards. +Solid selection of weapons and deployables.
Cons: -Marketed as free despite being buy-to-play. -Frequent bugs and rough edges. -Low difficulty and limited tension. -Support stopped shortly after launch.

Heroes of Card War

Heroes of Card War applies the collectible card game template to a World War II setting. Rather than leaning on fantasy species or futuristic armies, you choose a nation and craft a military-flavored deck to outmaneuver rivals in territory-driven card clashes.

Publisher: NordenWolfs
Playerbase: Low
Type: TCG
Release Date: December 29, 2016
Pros: +WWII theme is a rare choice for a TCG. +Multiple playable countries with their own identity. +Plenty of achievements to chase.
Cons: -Localization reads rough in places. -Matchmaking is effectively dead, finding games is unlikely.

TheWave

TheWave was a cross-platform virtual reality music MMO built around live, interactive performances. With a VR headset on, creators could sculpt sound and trigger reactive visuals inside a virtual venue, essentially turning a DJ set into a 3D audiovisual show for an online crowd.

Publisher: WaveVR Inc.
Type: Music
Release Date: April 12, 2017
Shut Down: April 01, 2021
Pros: +Perform and “play” music in a 3D VR space. +Create visuals and sound together in real time. +A distinctive way to attend and share live-style shows.
Cons: -Requires costly VR-capable hardware. -Some live events were restricted by region/time. -Very small overall community.

TheWave Shut Down on April 01, 2021

ChronoBlade

ChronoBlade is a mobile action RPG for iOS and Android that blends brawler pacing with combo-heavy inputs. Before it arrived on phones, it existed in a browser and Facebook format, and that heritage shows in its stage-based dungeon structure and quick, repeatable runs. The standout idea is its fighting game flavor, where chaining taps and timed presses produces satisfying strings in a way that feels closer to Street Fighter than to a typical auto-heavy mobile RPG.

Publisher: NetMarble
Type: Mobile Action RPG
Release Date: January 03, 2018
Shut Down Date: December 06, 2021
Pros: +Real-time PvP with responsive duels. +Combo-centric combat inspired by fighters. +Several heroes that play noticeably differently.
Cons: -Energy limits how long you can grind in one sitting. -Support slowed, leaving the game feeling stagnant. -Currency flow (especially gold) can be tight.

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Lineage 2: Blood Oath

Lineage 2: Blood Oath was a 3D mobile MMORPG that aimed to translate Lineage 2’s PvP-heavy identity to phones and tablets. It offered a familiar fantasy setting, flashy combat, and a streamlined progression path built around four race-based, gender-locked class choices that could branch into more specialized jobs as you leveled.

Publisher: Snail Games
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: 2016
Shut Down: 2017
Pros: +Recognizable Lineage 2 setting and tone. +Strong-looking 3D presentation for mobile. +Four classes with job advancement paths.
Cons: -Not much public detail remains. -Leans heavily on automation. -Classes restricted by race and gender.

Dragon Nest Mobile

Dragon Nest Mobile is a free-to-play action MMORPG designed to bring the core feel of the original Dragon Nest to phones and tablets. It focuses on real-time, skill-driven combat, letting you start as one of four familiar classes and grow into a more specialized job while unlocking a large set of combat abilities along the way.

Publisher: Shanda Games
Type: Mobile Action MMORPG
Release Date: April 16, 2018
Shut Down Date: November 30, 2021
Pros: +Recognizable Dragon Nest setting and themes. +Fast, hands-on action combat. +Four classic starter classes. +Large skill selection for builds and combos.
Cons: -Cosmetic customization is fairly limited. -Monetization can lean into pay to win. -Lower population makes grouping harder.

Dragon Nest Mobile Shut Down on November 30, 2021

The Tale of Lost City

The Tale of Lost City was a mobile MMORPG set in a classic fantasy world, letting players pick from three base classes and then head out through quest hubs, dungeons, and competitive modes. While it leaned into familiar genre conveniences like automation and quick progression, it also tried to stand out with a dual-path class approach and a steady stream of skills and upgrades.

Publisher: Qihoo 360
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: June 30, 2016
Shut Down: March 30, 2017
Pros: +Each class had two specializations. +A good spread of combat skills. +Arena PvP support.
Cons: -Very little information remains available. -No release aimed at Western regions.

MapleBlitzX

MapleBlitzX is a free-to-play mobile strategy MMO that blends tower defense ideas with card-based combat. Players deploy monsters into three lanes to pressure an opponent’s base while using character spell cards to swing key fights. It draws heavily from the MapleStory universe, offering four recognizable heroes, plenty of familiar creatures, and match-based battles that emphasize timing and lane control.

Publisher: Nexon
Type: Mobile Strategy RPG
Release Date: TBA
Pros: +Several character choices with different spell kits. +Large pool of collectible cards. +Tactical, lane-focused matches.
Cons: -Details remain scarce. -No release date has been provided. -A Western launch has not been confirmed.

Transformers Online

Transformers Online is a team-focused shooter built around the Transformers license, letting players pilot iconic Autobots and Decepticons and swap between robot and vehicle forms on the fly. The core loop leans into hero-shooter fundamentals, including role-based kits, signature weapons, and ultimate-style abilities, but with a franchise-specific twist that emphasizes transformation-based mobility plus a mix of ranged firepower and close-quarters brawling.

Publisher: Tencent
Type: Team Shooter
Release Date: June 23, 2017 (China)
Shut Down: February 13, 2020
Pros: +Authentic Transformers setting and roster. +Hero-style variety and distinct playstyles. +Strong presentation, visuals, and UI polish.
Cons: -Hard to evaluate fully due to limited public information. -No confirmed release plans beyond China.